Recent Israeli strikes in the occupied West Bank have led to the tragic deaths of at least six individuals, including a 15-year-old, as reported by the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Ramallah. The Israeli military confirmed that it targeted 'a terrorist in the area of Jenin,' marking its first strike in the region in over a month.
The escalation of violence comes amidst heightened tensions within the West Bank, where the Palestinian Authority has been engaged in clashes with militants in the sprawling Jenin refugee camp. Notably, the Jenin Battalion, a coalition of militant groups, had hinted at a potential truce, expressing willingness to cease hostilities against the Palestinian Authority and focus solely on combatting Israeli forces.
While the Palestinian Authority did not officially address the reported truce proposal, it strongly denounced the Israeli attack on Jenin. The Authority characterized the strike as a deliberate and disruptive interference aimed at undermining ongoing efforts to uphold security, restore order, and normalize daily life in the region.
Militants have suggested that the Palestinian Authority's recent crackdown, particularly in Jenin, is an attempt to showcase its capability in governing Palestinian territories, including Gaza, potentially signaling a broader role in administration to Israel.
